Qatar Airways has partnered with two-time Academy Award-winner Hans Zimmer to compose the airline’s onboard music with an exclusive score.
The Qatari flag carrier announced on July 23, 2025, that the German composer, known for the Gladiator and The Lion King film scores, would create a “new sonic identity for the airline, featuring a signature sound”.
The partnership will see Zimmer create Qatar Airways’ new audio identity and release a full musical album for streaming.
“At Qatar Airways, we aim to inspire the world with every new horizon and music plays a powerful role in shaping the emotional journey of our passengers, both in the air and on the ground. We are thrilled to partner with Hans Zimmer to compose our new signature music, exclusively for Qatar Airways. This bespoke soundscape will be more than just music; it will be a reflection of our brand’s elegance and ambition,” said Qatar Airways Group CEO Badr Mohammed Al Meer.
He added: “Our partnership with Hans Zimmer marks a bold new chapter in the Qatar Airways experience, one that deepens the emotional connection with our passengers and enhances every moment of their journey”.
We are proud to partner with multiple Academy and Grammy winner @HansZimmer. Together, we’re creating a new sound for the skies — one that will redefine the way you fly with Qatar Airways. pic.twitter.com/3Cjgr4jykw
— Qatar Airways (@qatarairways) July 23, 2025
Zimmer won his first Academy Award in 1995 for The Lion King soundtrack and then in 2022 he took the Oscar home for Dune. He also earned nominations for Rain Man, As Good as it Gets, Inception, Dunkirk and Interstellar.
Commenting on his collaboration with Qatar Airways, Zimmer said: “It’s an honour to collaborate with Qatar Airways on this visionary project. Together, we’re crafting a sonic experience that reflects the beauty of travel and the pioneering spirit that defines this world-class airline.”